Villa de Corullon Descendientes de J. Palacios 2011
Villa de Corullon Descendientes de J. Palacios 2011 is a dry, medium-bodied red from Mencía (Bierzo, Spain), in the juicy, fruity reds style. Tannins are moderate and acidity fresh; oak influence is little. Good with roast pork, lamb, pizza, bolognese. Cheapest offer £45.00 at Hedonism Wines.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castro Ventosa Valtuille Villegas 2023 Castro Ventosa · Bierzo | £44.20 | |||
| Escalada do Sil Tinto Alberto Orte 2022 | £40.00 | |||
| Envinate Lousas Doad 2024 Envinate · Galicia | £37.96 | |||
| Castro Ventosa Bierzo Valtuille Rapolao 2021 El Castro de Ventosa · Spain | £53.00 |
Villa de Corullón Descendientes de J. Palacios 2011 showcases the complexity of Mencía grapes sourced from ancient vines in the hilly terrain of Bierzo. This vintage comprises primarily Mencía alongside other indigenous varieties, reflecting the region`s rich biodiversity. The wine underwent 16 months of élevage in French oak barrels, resulting in a structured profile with noticeable tannins and a minerally backbone. Alvaro Palacios, renowned for his contributions to modern Spanish winemaking, aims to highlight local terroir through meticulous vineyard selection. It remains suitable for ageing until 2034.